General

Q: Where are you located?
A: Wendella’s Main Dock is located at the northwest corner of the Michigan Avenue Bridge (DuSable Bridge) at the Wrigley Building: 400 N Michigan Avenue. Wendella’s Dock at Trump Tower is located on the north side of the river at the lower level of Kinzie and Rush, just west of the Wrigley Building.

Q: Are the tours narrated?
A: Wendella tours are narrated by one of our professional tour guides. Our highly qualified Professional Tour Guides are trained experts in Chicago history and architecture who have been trained through our in-house Education Department’s Learning Development Center.

Q: Can I bring a stroller, large bag, luggage, coolers, etc. on vessels?
A: Large bags, luggage and coolers are not allowed on the boats. Strollers are allowed as long as they are securely stored and out of the way.

Q: Is there food on the boat and can I bring my own?
A: Each boat has a bar with snacks (chips and candy). You may bring your own snacks as long as it’s in a small bag or container. There are no glass bottles allowed. School groups may bring bag lunches.

Q: Can I bring alcohol onto the boat?
A: Outside alcohol is not permitted on any of the boats. However, there is a full service cash bar on each of our vessels with a selection of beers, wines, and cocktails. Alcohol may be purchased by those 21 years of age and older. Non-alcoholic beverages are also available for purchase.
View the bar menu